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You may contact me directly at beth.diiorio@yahoo.com

My name is Beth and I've always been a passionate reader! I use my book blog to read, review, and find
great literature, AND also to encourage others to find joy in the
connections between books, authors, and everyday life. I love everything about books!

My strong reading interests are literary fiction, short stories, mysteries, memoirs, and classics. I do not read paranormal, urban fantasy, or romance.

I am a big supporter of Indie authors and publishers.

At this point, my blog is getting approximately 300 page views per day and more than 350 per day when new content is posted. I am linked to other book blogs and participate in Book
Giveaways for my followers. I participate as a
Giver with World Book Night (http://www.us.worldbooknight.org), and interact and post on GoodReads (my page can be found at http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2051994-beth).

I prefer to read hard copies of books yet I also read e-books on my NookColor, and pdfs. I do not sell review copies or ARCs.

I will give an honest review of your book, taking into consideration components such as the author's approach to telling the tale, word choice, character development, flow of story, etc. If I am unable to finish a book because it just isn't my thing, I will not review it, but instead try to find another reader who appreciates that style who would be willing to review it for you.

I am willing to host giveaways and author interviews if you're interested in donating a copy of your book for the giveaway.

If the book is an ARC, part of a tour, or you need the review published quickly, just let me know and I'll make sure it gets on my calendar. If I am unable to review your book, I will let you know at the time of your request.

What a clever story! I am very impressed with authors who can write unique story lines. As more alphabet letters fall from the statue, watch what happens to the datelines on the correspondence letters, especially in the last quarter of th...

This book was written in a very formal and proper fashion as to underscore the extremely dignified manner and approach of Mr. Stevens, a true English butler. I loved the part when, among other epiphanies as years have gone by, he discovers...

I was caught between 4 and 5 stars on this one...went with five because of the author's ability to use words (granted, well-chosen ones) to absolutely nail modern human emotions. I now want to read more of her writing!

I give this author great credit for being creative and original...have not read a book like this one before. Who knew sheeps' thoughts and personalities could be so clever, humorous, and endearing! BAAAAAA-RAVO!

I really, really, really enjoyed this book! One character in particular was endearing and humorous without trying, actually making me laugh out loud as I imagined the scenarios. I actually think the story would make a good movie.

I found Niagara Falls to be a wonderfully interesting setting for this story and its characters. Of course, having never been there, I want to go to both the Canadian and American sides of the river and falls, and check out the spots menti...

Great convoluted story, darkly humorous and ironic...I was pleasantly surprised. Senior citizen hell bent on revenge (justifiably so), sets out to destroy a doctor and his family with surprises throughout.

If I could give this book six stars...I would do so without hesitation! What an amazing novel...contains grabbing elements such as mystery, danger, seduction, murder, lost love, courage...not to mention the "Cemetery of Forgotten Book...

This is now one of my favorites. Verissimo does such an amazing job with his characters' traits, I had a clear picture in my imagination of their temperament and body language tendencies to the extent that I felt like I knew Vogelstei...

This book is not only a wonderful piece of well-researched historical fiction, it is very well-written! I quickly connected with the heroine and could not put the story down until it ended. Greatly looking forward to the sequel!

I'm still laughing! To really appreciate the characters (if your Irish brogue is rusty), before reading it, try to watch an Irish film such as "Waking Ned Divine" or "The Secret of Roan Inish." This book made me laugh ...

Loved it! Definitely recommend it! Poignant, endearing, humorous,and revealing journey of quirky and bright nine year old Oskar Schell as he searches the five boroughs of New York to find the lock that fits a key belonging to his father, ...

I LOVED THIS BOOK! The characters were amazing to follow...I feel like I went through their experiences with them and just did not want the story to end. I also recommend reading the author's thoughts at the very end...so interesting to h...

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In accordance with new FTC guidelines regarding endorsements and testimonials for bloggers, I would like my readers to know that all of the books I review on my site are purchased by me unless otherwise specified at the beginning of each review. I am in no way compensated for any reviews on my site.